Louisiana

Slavery in the United States was a business. A morally reprehensible — and very profitable business. Much of the research around the business history of slavery focuses on the horrors of the trans-Atlantic slave trade and the business interests that fueled it. The common narrative is that today's …

The strong odor that forced a flight from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to divert to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) on Sunday came from "someone or something in the cabin," according to the airline.<p>Alaska Airlines told SFGATE on Sunday that a "strong odor was detected onboard …

<i>SWITCHEROOS</i> — Rye & Pie is the concept opening in the former Wood pizzeria spot reports NOLA.com. Rye & Pie’s menu is still being developed, but pizza, sandwiches and salads are expected to appear. The bar menu will be heavy on the whiskey (natch.) The new pizza spot should open this fall; Wood …

As teams sort out starting lineups and player roles through the preseason, fantasy football owners continue to adjust their boards before draft day.<p>At this juncture, it's important to keep an eye on injuries and recovery timetables. Washington Redskins running back Derrius Guice, who pushed for …

Couvant, a French brasserie, opens for dinner service today in the Eliza Jane Hotel. The Central Business District’s newest Francophone restaurant has an opening menu chock full of brasserie classics.<p>Chef Brad McDonald is the force behind Couvant, and he’s logged time at big name restaurants …